WHL Calgary Hitmen

Roughnecks Capture Sixth Road Win

Published on March 30, 2012 under Western Hockey League (WHL)
Calgary Hitmen News Release


Saint Paul, MN - The Calgary Roughnecks captured their sixth road win of the season after defeating the Minnesota Swarm 15-10 Friday night at Xcel Energy Center in Saint Paul, Minnesota.

Jeff Shattler notched a hat-trick and added three helpers for Calgary, while Geoff Snider scored three times and set up two others. Curtis Dickson had a three-goal performance with one assist to reach the 100-point mark in his NLL career. Shawn Evans netted one marker and chipped in three assists, while Daryl Veltman, Scott Ranger, Cory Conway, Travis Cornwall and Dane Dobbie also scored in the win.

Kevin Ross led the way offensively for the Swarm with one goal and four assists, while Callum Crawford had a four-point performance (4a) in the loss.

Mike Poulin made 39 saves to record the win, including stopping all nine shots he faced in the final quarter. Snider collected a team-leading 25 loose balls and won all 26 faceoffs taken.

The Roughnecks return to action Saturday, March 31 when they host the Washington Stealth at 7:00 p.m.

Tickets start at $20 and are available at all Ticketmaster and Calgary Safeway locations. Order online at www.ticketmaster.ca or by phone at 1-855-985-5000.

For more information on ticket packages, call Customer Service at 403-777-4644 or visit www.calgaryroughnecks.com.




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